Nicholas Hytner
Latest News on Nicholas Hytner:
GUYS & DOLLS Will Extend a Final Time at The Bridge Theatre (Apr 15, 2024)
Oliver Chris Joins Tamsin Greig In THE DEEP BLUE SEA at Theatre Royal Bath, Further Cast Announced (Apr 2, 2024)
Review: GUYS & DOLLS, Bridge Theatre (Mar 12, 2024)
GUYS & DOLLS Will Extend a Final Time at The Bridge Theatre (Apr 15, 2024)
Oliver Chris Joins Tamsin Greig In THE DEEP BLUE SEA at Theatre Royal Bath, Further Cast Announced (Apr 2, 2024)
Review: GUYS & DOLLS, Bridge Theatre (Mar 12, 2024)
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Nicholas Hytner has been Director of the National Theatre since 2003, and heads a team that produces around 20 new shows each year.
Since 1989 he has directed 28 productions at the National, including The Madness of George III, Henry V, His Dark Materials, The History Boys, Stuff Happens, Henry IV Parts 1 and 2, Much Ado About Nothing, England People Very Nice, Phedre, The Habit of Art, London Assurance, Hamlet and Collaborators.
On Broadway he has directed The History Boys, Sweet Smell of Success and Miss Saigon; and at Lincoln Center Theater Carousel and Twelfth Night.
He has directed opera at the Royal Opera House, the Metropolitan Opera (Don Carlo, 2010) and the Paris Opera.
Films: The Madness of King George, The Crucible, The Object of My Affection, The History Boys.
He has won two Tony awards for directing Carousel and The History Boys, and one as producer of War Horse.
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Nicholas Hytner Awards and Nominations
Evening Standard Awards - 2013 - Best Director
Nicholas HytnerOthello
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Evening Standard Awards - 2012 - Best Director
Nicholas Hytner TImon of Athens
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Evening Standard Awards - 2012 - Lebedev Special Award
Nicholas Hytner
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Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2012 - Outstanding Director of a Play
Nicholas Hytner, One Man, Two Guvnors
Tony Awards - 2012 - Best Direction of a Play
Nicholas Hytner, One Man, Two Guvnors
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Tony Awards - 2011 - Best Play
Nicholas Hytner, War Horse
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Drama Desk Awards - 2006 - Outstanding Director of a Play
Nicholas Hytner, The History Boys
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Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2006 - Outstanding Director of a Play
Nicholas Hytner, The History Boys
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Tony Awards - 2006 - Best Direction of a Play
Nicholas Hytner, The History Boys
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Olivier Awards - 2005 - Best Director
Nicholas HytnerHistory Boys
Olivier Awards - 2001 - Best Director
Nicholas HytnerOrpheus Descending
Drama Desk Awards - 1994 - Outstanding Director - Musical
Nicholas Hytner, Carousel
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Tony Awards - 1994 - Best Direction of a Musical
Nicholas Hytner, Carousel
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Olivier Awards - 1993 - Best Director of a Musical
Nicholas Hytner, Carousel
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 1991 - Best Director
Nicholas Hytner , Miss Saigon
Tony Awards - 1991 - Best Direction of a Musical
Nicholas Hytner, Miss Saigon
Olivier Awards - 1990 - Director of the Year
Nicholas HytnerGhetto
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Evening Standard Awards - 1989 - Best Director
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Nicholas Hytner Videos
Video: Get a First Look at Immersive GUYS AND DOLLS at the Bridge Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 5, 2023
VIDEO: Helen Mirren Accepts the Life Achievement Award at the SAG Awards
by Stephi Wild - Feb 28, 2022
Broadway Rewind: James Corden Returns to Broadway in ONE MAN, TWO GUVNORS
by Nicole Rosky - Aug 31, 2020
VIDEO: Learn More About the History of Rodgers & Hammerstein's CAROUSEL
by Stephi Wild - Apr 19, 2020
VIDEO: Allison Janney Talks About Pranking Nicholas Hytner on THE LATE LATE SHOW WITH JAMES CORDEN
by Sarah Leiber - Oct 3, 2019
STAGE TUBE: International Touring Cast of WEST SIDE STORY Lip-Syncs to Icona Pop's 'I Love It'
by Stage Tube - Oct 8, 2013
TV: First Look at Charlie Brady, Katie Boren & More in Highlights of MISS SAIGON at Starlight
by Christina Mancuso - Sep 10, 2013
Nicholas Hytner News
GUYS & DOLLS Will Extend a Final Time at The Bridge Theatre
Catch the final extension of GUYS & DOLLS at the Bridge until January 4, 2025. Don't miss your chance to see this iconic Broadway show's extended run.Nicholas Hytner's critically acclaimed immersive production of Guys & Dolls announces its final extension, with tickets on sale until 04 January 2024.
Oliver Chris Joins Tamsin Greig In THE DEEP BLUE SEA at Theatre Royal Bath, Further Cast Announced
Oliver Chris will join the previously announced Olivier Award winner Tamsin Greig to play Freddy opposite her portrayal of Hester Collyer in Theatre Royal Bath's production of The Deep Blue Sea, Terence Rattigan's 1950's study of obsession and the destructive power of love.
Review: GUYS & DOLLS, Bridge Theatre
The challenge of updating theatrical classics has led to some truly stunning theatre, such as the sell-out Cabaret and last year’s darkly stark OKLAHOMA! Frank Loesser’s 1950 musical comedy about sin and romantic salvation during the height of Prohibition was ripe for an update and Nicholas Hytner’s immersive production of Guys & Dolls has been thrilling critics and audiences alike since it opened last year.
Emma D'Arcy, Ben Whishaw, John Lithgow, and More Set For The Royal Court's 2024 Season
The Royal Court Theatre has announced the inaugural season from new Artistic Director David Byrne: nine new plays, all from writers making their Royal Court debuts. Learn more about the full season lineup here!
London Theatre Week - See over 50 Award-Winning Musicals and Plays with Tickets from £15, £25 or £35
London Theatre Week is the West End’s biggest promotion, giving you the chance to see over 50 amazing award-winning musicals and stunning plays with tickets from £15, £25 or £35
The Huntington Announces Cast And Creative Team Of JOHN PROCTOR IS THE VILLAIN
The Huntington announces the cast and creative team of John Proctor is the Villain, a bold and sharply funny new play written by Kimberly Belflower and directed by Margot Bordelon. (527 Tremont St).
Show of the Week: Save Up to 52% on GUYS & DOLLS
Show of the Week: Save Up to 52% on Guys & Dolls- The Bridge transforms for one of the greatest musicals of all time. Be transported to the streets of Manhattan in Guys & Dolls directed by Nicholas Hytner.
GUYS & DOLLS Reveals New Cast Members Ahead of First Anniversary
Nicholas Hytner’s critically acclaimed immersive production, Guys & Dolls has announced its lineup of new cast members ahead of their first anniversary. Find out who is joining the cast here!
Last Chance to Vote for the BWW UK / West End Awards; Voting Ends 31 December!
It's the final week left to vote for the 2023 BroadwayWorld UK / West End Awards! Voting ends on 31 December at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favourite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
2 Weeks Left to Vote for the BWW UK / West End Awards
There's just two weeks left to vote and we have the latest standings as of Monday, December 18 for the 2023 BroadwayWorld UK / West End Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favourite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
BroadwayWorld UK / West End Awards December 5 Standings
It's December, and the first standings of the month have been announced as of Tuesday, December 5 for the 2023 BroadwayWorld UK / West End Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favourite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
Latest Standings Announced For The 2023 BroadwayWorld UK / West End Awards!
The latest wave of standings have been announced as of Monday, November 27th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld UK / West End Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favourite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
Stage Door Jonny Will Appear In Conversation With Emily Mortimer And Alessandro Nivola At Jermyn Street Theatre
Jermyn Street Theatre has announced the second live edition of the hit podcast Stage Door Jonny following this Summer's sell-out show which featured Nicholas Hytner and Simon Russell Beale.
Black Friday Deals: Save up to 66% on GUYS & DOLLS at the Bridge Theatre
The Bridge transforms for one of the greatest musicals of all time. Be transported to the streets of Manhattan in Guys and Dolls directed by Nicholas Hytner.
Latest Standings Announced For The 2023 BroadwayWorld UK / West End Awards
The latest wave of standings have been announced as of Monday, November 20 for the 2023 BroadwayWorld UK / West End Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favourite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
SUNSET BOULEVARD, VANYA, and More Win Big at the Evening Standard Theatre Awards; Full List of Winners!
The Evening Standard Theatre Awards were held last night, November 19. Among the big winners this year were Sunset Boulevard, starring Nicole Scherzinger, as well as Jack Thorne's The Motive and the Cue, Andrew Scott for Vanya, and more. Check out the full list of winners here!
Album Review: GUYS & DOLLS A MUSICAL FABLE OF BROADWAY A CD You Can Bet On
They did Frank Loesser and Damon Runyon proud with this one.
The Greek National Opera Presents Philippe Hersant And Jean Eshenoz's LES ECLAIRS November 2023
The Greek National Opera (GNO) presents the national premiere of Les Éclairs (Flashes of Lightning), a four-act, fictionalized account of the life of Nikola Tesla by French composer Philippe Hersant and librettist Jean Echenoz.
Full Cast and Team Set for MACBETH, Starring Ralph Fiennes and Indira Varma
Shakespeare Theatre Company has announced the location, cast, and creative team for the highly-anticipated spring production of Macbeth. Directed by STC Artistic Director Simon Godwin, Macbeth stars Tony and BAFTA Award-winner Ralph Fiennes and Olivier Award-winner Indira Varma as the leading lord and lady. Learn more about the location, cast, and creative team here!
The Greek National Opera Revives Fanny Ardent's Production Of LADY MACBETH OF MTSENSK
GNO revives Fanny Ardent's production of Lady Macbeth of Mtsensk in Tomorrow's performance. Get the details on this exciting revival.
Nicholas Hytner FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What awards has Nicholas Hytner been nominated for?
Nicholas Hytner has been nominated for various awards throughout his career, including Best Director at the Evening Standard Awards for "Othello" and "Timon of Athens." He also received the Lebedev Special Award at the Evening Standard Awards. Hytner's nominations include Outstanding Director of a Play at the Outer Critics Circle Awards for "One Man, Two Guvnors" and Best Direction of a Play at the Tony Awards for the same production. He was also nominated for Best Play at the Tony Awards for "War Horse." Additionally, Hytner received nominations for Outstanding Director of a Play at the Drama Desk Awards and the Outer Critics Circle Awards for "The History Boys." He was also nominated for Best Director at the Olivier Awards for "History Boys" and "Orpheus Descending." In the musical category, Hytner was nominated for Outstanding Director at the Drama Desk Awards for "Carousel," Best Direction of a Musical at the Tony Awards for "Carousel," and Best Director of a Musical at the Olivier Awards for "Carousel." He also received nominations for Best Director at the Outer Critics Circle Awards for "Miss Saigon" and Best Direction of a Musical at the Tony Awards for the same production. Hytner's accolades include Director of the Year at the Olivier Awards for "Ghetto" and Best Director at the Evening Standard Awards for "Ghetto."
What awards has Nicholas Hytner won?
Nicholas Hytner has won several awards throughout his career, including Best Director at the Evening Standard Awards for "Timon of Athens" and a Lebedev Special Award at the Evening Standard Awards. He also won Outstanding Director of a Play at the Outer Critics Circle Awards for "One Man, Two Guvnors," Best Play at the Tony Awards for "War Horse," Outstanding Director of a Play at the Drama Desk Awards for "The History Boys," and Outstanding Director of a Play at the Outer Critics Circle Awards for "The History Boys." Hytner's accolades also include Best Direction of a Play at the Tony Awards for "The History Boys," Best Director at the Olivier Awards for "History Boys," Best Direction of a Musical at the Tony Awards for "Carousel," Best Director of a Musical at the Olivier Awards for "Carousel," and another Best Director honor at the Evening Standard Awards for "Ghetto."
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